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February 21, 2026Cureus0 citationsOpen Access

Laser-Based Management of Occupational Photodamage in a Young Adult: A Case Report

LALuis L Velázquez ArenasSESarahi Garay EnriquezDGDaniela Gómez Guerra

Key Points

  • This report aims to illustrate the effectiveness of laser therapies in treating occupational photodamage.
  • Described a staged laser protocol using a picosecond 1064 nm laser for global photorejuvenation and pigment modulation.
  • Used a Q-switched ruby laser (694 nm) to address solar lentigines.
  • Monitored clinical improvement and patient satisfaction throughout the treatment process.
  • The patient achieved sustained improvement in skin condition.
  • High satisfaction reported with the treatment process.
  • No significant adverse events were noted during or after the treatment.

Abstract

Cutaneous photodamage results from chronic ultraviolet exposure and represents a frequent concern in dermatologic practice. Laser-based therapies play a central role in its management, particularly when combined in a multimodal, individualized approach. We report the case of a 32-year-old woman with occupational sun exposure treated with a staged laser protocol incorporating a picosecond 1064 nm laser for global photorejuvenation and pigment modulation and a Q-switched ruby laser (694 nm) for solar lentigines. The patient achieved sustained clinical improvement with high satisfaction and no significant adverse events. This case supports the use of personalized, multimodal laser strategies for a well-tolerated and effective management of photodamage and associated pigmentary conditions.

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Arenas et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69994ba9873532290d01fc6ehttps://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.103868
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